Adult Social Care Occupational Therapist - Review Team
Salary: £30/Hour
Job type: Day to Day Cover
Location: Rochdale
A local authority located in Rochdale is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to support a review team as part of a time‑limited project. The team includes an Advanced Practitioner and Social Workers, and the role offers flexible working hours to suit the candidate.
Contract: Full‑time or Part‑time | Initial 3–6 months with potential for extension
Main Duties
* Review existing care and support packages for adults living in Supported Living properties
* Apply a strength‑based and incremental approach to assessments
* Complete Care Act 2014 assessments
* Assess service users in the community and recommend appropriate interventions
* Provision of equipment and minor adaptations
* Undertake moving and handling assessments where required
* Work collaboratively with social workers, providers, families, and other professionals
* Ensure service users’ needs are met while promoting independence, dignity, and safety
* Work in line with safeguarding policies and local authority procedures
Requirements
* Minimum 2 years post‑qualified experience
* Previous experience working as a community‑based Occupational Therapist
* Strong understanding of the Care Act 2014
* Experience evaluating care and support packages
* Manual handling expertise
* HCPC Registration
* Enhanced DBS/CRB (assistance available)
* Eligibility to work in the UK
* Ability to work effectively as part of a local authority team
Benefits
* Flexible working hours (part‑time options available)
* Support from Project Lead and Community OT Managers
* Opportunity to work on an impact‑driven review project
* Professional development and ongoing support
* Hybrid working options where applicable
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